The prefect of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is the local representative of the President of France and in effect the Governor or Executive officer of the territory.
Throughout the history of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, there has been a variety of representation, from governors to administrators.
The Prefect at the Préfecture or Governor's Offices are located at Place du Lieutenant-Colonel Pigeaud. The buildings consist of a three-storey building with a two-storey annex. It is located in the area known as Church Square in Saint-Pierre.
A cabinet reports to the Prefect and responsible for the departments of the government of St. Pierre and Miquelon.
They consist of:
The prefect is also assisted by the Le Secrétaire général, which acts as the Office of the Prefect, Chief Secretary (responsible for day-to-day functions of the government) and the protocol office.
A historic list of representative in Saint-Pierre and Miquelon:
Representative of the governor of Plaisance
Governor
Commandant
French Governor
Commandants
Commandants and Administrators
Commandants
Governors
Administrators
Governors
Administrators
Governors
Prefects (10 May 1982 - 24 Feb 1988, commissioners of the republic)